BEACHES AND CHURCHES: September 2023

Sunday, September 17, 2023

THE INSTALLATION OF BP. CUEVAS AS BISHOP OF THE APOSTOLIC VICARIATE OF CALAPAN, ORIENTAL MINDORO

Attended the installation as the fourth Apostolic Vicar of Calapan, Oriental Mindoro last Sept. 6, 2023. The night before the provincial government tendered a testimonial dinner for the new bishop, the Nuncio and other dignitaries at the Balai Mindoro, which is a new private events place in Calapan.

BALAI MINDORO
Santa Isabel, Strong Republic Nautical Hwy,
Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro

Mural entitled Henerasyon at the Balai Mindoro

The Provincial Governor, Humerlito Dolor and the Vice Governor, Ejay Falcon handing over the ceremonial key to the province of Oriental Mindoro (above); and Fr. Nestor Adalia, the Administrator of Calapan being given a plaque of Appreciation (below)

The bishops present during the testimonial dinner.

The provincial officials of Oriental Mindoro.

The new dancing fountain in Calapan.

STO. NIÑO CATHEDRAL (F-1937)
Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro

Fr. Nestor Adalia, Apostolic Administrator reading the official appointment of Bp. Moises Cuevas.

Bp. Cuevas sitting on his Cathedra which is the official act of installation.

Sunday, September 10, 2023

PUERTO PRINCESA

We initially planned to visit Balabac Island in southern Palawan, but upon arriving in Puerto Princesa, unfavorable weather conditions forced the cancellation of all travel to the south. To make the most of our trip, we explored the city and took a tour of the Underground River, followed by a visit to Fort Barton. Although I had been to these places before, some of my companions were experiencing them for the first time.

PARISH OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHEDRAL (F–1872)
34 cor. Taft & Sandoval Sts. Puerto Princesa City

Had a dinner at the Kalui Restaurant, one of the best restos in the city of Puerto Princesa. It is said that you have never been to Puerto if you have not dined at the Kalui. Aside from the good food, the ambiance is truly relaxing with their beautiful art collections from local artists.

Port Barton

Our dinner on the last night was at this Badjao Seafront Restaurant.

Blog Info

The Philippines, with its 7,641 islands, is blessed with breathtakingly beautiful beaches. Additionally, the country's rich Catholic heritage, spanning over 500 years, is showcased through the numerous churches that can be found all over the archipelago. As a result, the country's churches and beaches are the perfect embodiment of its uniqueness. This blog aims to capture the beauty of the Philippines by showcasing its beaches and highlighting at least the main parish church of every town and city across the country.